American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Belleville, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 30, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift assignment requiring 2 years of experience and ortho proficiency in totals and fractures. Details Acute care hospital setting on the Med/Surg Tele unit Patient ratios of 1:5-6 Night shift, 3x12 hours (18:45-7:15) Every other weekend required Float within service line to meet facility needs No on-call requirements Uses Epic charting system Requirements Active IL RN license required in hand at time of consideration 2 years of RN experience required Ortho experience required, including proficiency in ortho totals and fractures BLS certification required NIHSS and OCN certifications preferred Epic charting experience preferred Ability to perform heavy lifting Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central line and PICC line management, blood product administration, and peripheral line care Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube management, high flow nasal cannula, and ABG interpretation Cardiac monitoring skills including telemetry (on-unit and remote) and dysrhythmia management Neurological care skills including CVA and pre/post neurosurgery care Wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE knowledge Experience with total joint replacement and peripheral nerve block catheters preferred Renal care skills including pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure care preferred Additional Information Magnet-designated acute care hospital with 222 staffed beds Navy scrub color required No more than 7 days of RTO permitted during the 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment Must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility; local candidates not accepted Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler to any facility within the health system Standard travelers may work up to 18 months with a required 3-month break in service afterward First-time travelers are welcome to apply No parking costs for staff American Traveler Job ID P-772722. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.